President

Tim Kelly joined Network Solutions as President in April 2009. As Chief Executive Officer, Kelly provides the overall strategic direction for the company and its 900+ employees, who are focused on helping small businesses establish an online presence and market their products and services through the Internet. Tim brings strong marketing expertise, broad operational acumen, and deep experience around the customer, which makes him uniquely qualified to lead Network Solutions.

Prior to joining Network Solutions, Tim enjoyed a career that spanned twelve years with Sprint Corporation and Sprint/Nextel Corporation. In his most recent role as Chief Marketing Officer, he led all of the organization’s Marketing and Product initiatives. Prior to this role, he held the top post at several Sprint/Nextel Corporation and Sprint Corporation business units as President of Sprint Consumer Solutions – PCS, President Sprint Business, President Sprint Mass Markets, and President Customer Management.

Earlier in his career, Tim served as President of Tickets.com, where he led the organization’s domestic and international operations. His accomplishments include the implemention of new distribution and content partnerships with AOL Digital Cities, Excite, Cox Interactive Media, Yahoo, and MP3. He further refined the brand through innovative ticketing and sponsorship partnerships with artists including Elton John, The Back Street Boys, Alanis Morisette, Limp Bizkit, and Korn.

Tim began his career in 1985 with Lever Brothers Household Products Division in New York. He made the transition into the advertising field where he managed national accounts for several top brands including Burger King, Arm and Hammer, Visine, Arm and Hammer Dental, Crest and Scope.

Mr. Kelly received his Bachelor of Science in Marketing from the University of Florida and his Master of Business Administration, Graduate Management Program, from Nova Southeast University.